bat

UK: bæt | US: bæt

Definition

  1. n. a flying mammal with nocturnal habits

  2. n. a wooden or metal club used in sports (e.g., baseball, cricket)

  3. vt. to hit or strike with a bat

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Etymology

The word "bat" has two distinct origins. The mammal's name likely mimics the sound of wings, while the sports tool traces back to Celtic or Old English roots for "stick." Despite identical spelling, their meanings evolved separately.

Examples

  1. A bat flew silently through the twilight.

  2. He swung the baseball bat with precision.

  3. She batted the ball out of the park.

  4. Bats use echolocation to navigate.

  5. The cricket bat is made of willow wood.